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Khomeini on the Iran Hostage Crisis: 60 Minutes Interview

In mid-November 1979, just after the US embassy takeover, Mike Wallace spoke with Ayatollah Khomeini on 60 Minutes about the hostage seizure, Iran's revolution and relations with the United States.

20 minutes ago · Iran · 8 articles

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Mexico locates two aid sailboats bound for Havana

Two sailboats that left Isla Mujeres carrying humanitarian supplies to Cuba were found 80 nautical miles northwest of the island and are being escorted to Havana with their crews safe.

14 minutes ago · Cuba · 3 articles

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Truck carrying 12 tonnes of KitKat bars disappears en route from Italy to Poland

Nestle reports a truck bound for Poland containing 413,793 KitKat bars vanished last week, raising risks of local shortages and unofficial sales across Europe.

1 hour ago · Italy · 5 articles

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Victoria makes public transport free for a month to ease fuel squeeze

All metro and regional V/Line trams, trains and buses in Victoria will be free from 31 March until the end of April as a temporary measure to encourage people to switch from driving amid rising fuel prices and localized shortages.

1 hour ago · Australia · 3 articles

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French police foil suspected bomb plot outside Bank of America in Paris

Police detained one person after spotting two suspects near the Bank of America in Paris and opened an anti-terror probe while the other suspect escaped.

2 hours ago · France · 5 articles

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Iran demands control of Strait of Hormuz and signals possible transit tolls

Tehran has added recognition of sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz to its demands to end the war and is exploring a controlled passage and tolling system after attacks that have disrupted shipping and global energy supplies.

1 hour ago · Iran · 3 articles

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Senegal parades AFCON trophy before Peru friendly despite CAF stripping title

Senegal displayed the AFCON trophy before Saturday's match against Peru despite CAF overturning the January final and awarding Morocco the 2025 title; Senegal has appealed the decision to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

3 hours ago · Senegal · 5 articles

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Tens of thousands march in London against the far right

Tens of thousands gathered in London for a Together Alliance march against the far right, with organisers and police giving widely different turnout figures and supporters including charities, unions, celebrities and environmental groups.

2 hours ago · United Kingdom · 4 articles

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US vows TSA paychecks as Strait of Hormuz closure disrupts oil shipments

The Trump Administration promises immediate pay for TSA staff to ease airport staffing shortages, while intensified strikes in the Middle East have shut the Strait of Hormuz to most oil shipments.

2 hours ago · United States · 3 articles

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'No Kings' protests planned across US on March 28

Organizers have planned more than 3,000 'No Kings' events across the United States for March 28, saying millions will protest the administration's policies, from actions toward Iran to economic pressures and airport disruptions.

4 hours ago · United States · 6 articles

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Trump tells Miami investors to 'ask me anything' including sex and calls Hormuz the 'Strait of Trump'

At the Saudi-run investor forum in Miami, President Trump invited unscreened questions including about sex and repeatedly referred to the Strait of Hormuz by his own name while delivering a keynote about the Middle East as reports emerged of U.S. servicemember injuries in Saudi Arabia.

3 hours ago · United States · 3 articles

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France unveils aid to shield sectors from soaring fuel prices

The French government has unveiled a support package to shield households and key industries from soaring fuel costs, with targeted relief measures intended to limit economic disruption, France 24 reports.

4 hours ago · France · 4 articles

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Deadly Russian strikes hit Ukrainian port and maternity hospital

Russian strikes damaged a port and a maternity hospital in southern Ukraine, causing civilian casualties and prompting evacuations and damage assessments, Ukrainian officials say.

4 hours ago · Ukraine · 4 articles

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Houthis claim missile strike on Israel from Yemen

Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthi rebels claimed they launched a missile at Israel on March 28, a first from Yemen in the monthlong Iran war, and Israel reported intercepting the projectile amid a broader wave of regional strikes.

11 hours ago · Yemen · 15 articles

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Ukraine, UAE seal defence deal as Kyiv's know-how and equipment gain recognition

Kyiv and Abu Dhabi agreed a defence cooperation pact that formally recognises Ukraine's weapons and technical know how and sets out cooperation on maintenance, training and related support.

8 hours ago · Ukraine · 8 articles

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22 migrants die after six days at sea off Greece

A dinghy that left Tobruk on 21 March drifted for six days without food or water before being stopped 53 nautical miles from Ierapetra; two men have been arrested on suspicion of people trafficking.

4 hours ago · Greece · 3 articles

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Millions expected to protest Trump over Iran war and alleged authoritarianism

Organizers of the No Kings movement say millions will take to US streets Saturday to protest President Trump’s policies, including a war in Iran and perceived authoritarianism, after two prior nationwide days of action this year.

6 hours ago · United States · 5 articles

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Beirut holds its breath as Israel launches strikes across Lebanon

Israeli strikes hit multiple locations across Lebanon on 28 March 2026, leaving Beirut tense and raising fears of wider cross-border escalation.

9 hours ago · Lebanon · 9 articles

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Houthis escalate campaign tied to Iran as Gaza war enters fifth week

Yemen's Houthi rebels, aligned with Iran, have broadened missile, drone and maritime attacks linked to the Israel-Hamas war, prompting US and allied responses and disrupting Red Sea shipping as the conflict enters its fifth week.

10 hours ago · Yemen · 11 articles

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Trump orders immediate pay for TSA workers amid DHS funding stalemate

President Trump signed an executive action on Friday to ensure immediate pay for Transportation Security Administration employees while Congress remains deadlocked over Department of Homeland Security funding; DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin said paychecks could arrive as early as Monday.

5 hours ago · United States · 4 articles

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Iranian footballers honor schoolchildren killed in suspected US strike

Players paid tribute on the field after a February 28 strike on a girls school in Minab that Iranian officials say killed more than 175 people, while a NYT-cited Pentagon probe preliminarily points to US responsibility.

5 hours ago · Iran · 3 articles

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Influencer Clavicular arrested in Florida on battery charge

Braden Eric Peters, who streams as Clavicular, was arrested in south Florida on a warrant after authorities say he instigated a fight between two women and posted the video online; he was released on a $1,000 bond.

6 hours ago · United States · 4 articles

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U.S. Vice President JD Vance Says UFOs Are Demons

In an interview with Benny Johnson, Vice President JD Vance said he believes UFOs are demonic rather than alien and pledged to review UAP files before leaving office.

5 hours ago · United States · 3 articles

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Pope Leo XIV urges Monaco to use its 'gift of smallness' for justice

On a 90 minute visit, Pope Leo XIV told Monaco's elite to put their wealth at the service of law and justice in the first papal trip to the principality since 1538, meeting Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene at the royal palace.

7 hours ago · Monaco · 5 articles

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Pete Hegseth draws scrutiny over violent rhetoric, faith ties and promotion decisions

Reports say the US defense secretary has used violent language in a Pentagon prayer, maintained ties to Christian nationalist figures, faced allegations of removing Black and female officers from promotion lists, and overseen personnel changes tied to civilian harm mitigation.

6 hours ago · United States · 3 articles

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Record exodus: 36 House Republicans will leave Congress

A record 36 House Republicans have said they will vacate their seats, exceeding the 2018 high and creating a fresh challenge for Speaker Mike Johnson as he tries to hold a narrow majority ahead of the 2026 midterms.

6 hours ago · United States · 3 articles

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Iran-linked Handala hackers publish Lockheed Martin employee data and issue 48-hour ultimatum

The pro-Iran Handala hacking group released personal data and passport scans for 28 Lockheed Martin employees, threatened US-based family members and issued a 48-hour ultimatum, while Lockheed and US authorities respond.

6 hours ago · United States · 3 articles

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India to build 100 airports and 200 helipads to boost regional connectivity

At the opening of Noida International Airport in Jewar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled a plan to add 100 airports and 200 helipads to widen regional air connectivity, support trade and grow tourism.

7 hours ago · India · 3 articles

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Hong Kong police seize 1,600 litres of diesel and arrest one at illegal fuel site

Officers raided an unlicensed fuel station in Sai Wan, confiscating diesel and equipment and arresting a man as part of an ongoing crackdown on illicit fuel sales.

7 hours ago · Hong Kong · 3 articles

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US troops wounded in strike on Saudi base amid war with Iran

At least 12 US service members were wounded in a strike on a Saudi base, US officials said, as exchanges of strikes involving Iran, Israel and US-backed forces continued.

16 hours ago · Iran · 10 articles

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Pochettino and Pulisic face World Cup pressure as USMNT prepare

Mauricio Pochettino says his Argentina World Cup past helps him manage expectations as the USMNT train in Atlanta ahead of friendlies with Belgium and Portugal and prepare for the 2026 tournament.

10 hours ago · United States · 4 articles

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OpenAI restructure draws legal and conflict of interest warnings from nonprofit leaders

OpenAI reorganized in October into a nonprofit that nominally guides a for-profit and created a foundation slated to control billions, prompting Tech Equity founder Catherine Bracy to say the setup risks legal breaches and conflicts of interest.

8 hours ago · United States · 3 articles

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Documentary accuses Orbán government of organised voter intimidation in rural Hungary

A new documentary by the De! Action Community alleges systematic intimidation and vote-buying in eastern and northeastern Hungarian villages, documenting repeated accounts from residents, mayors and police and prompting the group to recruit election monitors ahead of the 12 April vote.

12 hours ago · Hungary · 5 articles

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Tiger Woods involved in rollover crash in Jupiter, Florida

Golf legend Tiger Woods was in a rollover vehicle crash on Jupiter Island around 2 p.m. Friday, local authorities said; his condition and crash details have not been released.

23 hours ago · United States · 14 articles

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Bank of America agrees to $72.5 million settlement in Epstein lawsuit

Bank of America reached a $72.5 million deal to resolve claims it aided Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking operation, denying wrongdoing while the settlement awaits judicial approval.

15 hours ago · United States · 7 articles

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Asia to bear worst economic fallout from US war on Iran

US and Israeli attacks on Iran and Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz have driven sharp rises in oil and gas prices and threaten Asia's energy supplies, industrial chains, and financial markets, with Japan likely to be hit harder than China.

11 hours ago · World · 4 articles

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Nepal’s ex-PM K.P. Sharma Oli arrested over alleged role in deadly September crackdown

Police arrested former prime minister K.P. Sharma Oli and ex-home minister Ramesh Lekhak over an alleged role in the September crackdown that killed at least 77 people, days after a new cabinet took office.

16 hours ago · Nepal · 7 articles

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Markets plunge as oil tops $100 after Trump fails to reassure investors

U.S. stocks fell sharply and oil surged after limited pauses in strikes on Iran failed to reassure investors, pushing yields higher and deepening market losses.

10 hours ago · United States · 3 articles

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Iran Charges Up to $2 Million Per Transit Through Strait of Hormuz

The IRGC is collecting up to $2 million per voyage in the Strait of Hormuz while Iran’s parliament moves to codify tolls, causing a near collapse of Gulf transits and large disruptions to global oil and shipping flows.

21 hours ago · Iran · 9 articles

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Trump signs memo to secure TSA pay as bombings strike Iranian nuclear and steel sites

President Trump issued a memo aimed at guaranteeing payments for TSA workers while separate attacks damaged Iranian nuclear and steel facilities, with no public attribution yet for the bombings.

23 hours ago · United States · 10 articles

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White booed at Wembley sparks England reaction as WSL derby day arrives

England faced fallout after player White was booed; the WSL enters a busy derby day with United v City crucial for the title and Scotland build up to their match with Japan.

11 hours ago · United Kingdom · 3 articles

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Pope Leo visits Monaco in surprise first Western Europe trip

Pope Leo will fly to Monte Carlo for a brief state visit, bringing a pro-poor message to the Mediterranean principality known for wealth and tourism.

13 hours ago · Monaco · 4 articles

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Soldiers detain Palestinians and CNN crew after settlers seize West Bank village

After settlers attacked Tayasir and set up an illegal outpost, soldiers detained Palestinians and a CNN crew while some soldiers voiced settler ideology and revenge.

11 hours ago · Israel · 3 articles

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U.S. weighs ground action in Iran as troops build up

As talks with Iran proceed, U.S. forces are arriving in the region and analysts are assessing the likelihood and implications of possible ground operations in Iran.

21 hours ago · Iran · 8 articles

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Iran-linked strike hits Saudi military base; Trump urges higher pay for TSA agents

Initial reports say missiles and drones struck a Saudi military base and authorities are investigating while allies monitor for Iranian involvement; separately, Donald Trump urged higher pay for TSA agents to ease staffing and travel problems.

17 hours ago · Saudi Arabia · 5 articles

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Iran launches retaliatory missile strikes on Israel, at least one killed

Iran says it struck central Israel after an alleged Israeli attack on Tehran; Israeli authorities report multiple casualties and at least one death as emergency teams work at impact sites.

21 hours ago · Israel · 7 articles

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US and Israeli strikes hit Iran's Arak heavy water site and Ardakan uranium plant

Air raids struck the Khondab IR-40 heavy water facility near Arak and the Ardakan yellowcake plant in Yazd, Iranian and Israeli officials said, with no casualties or radioactive release reported.

15 hours ago · Iran · 4 articles

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Artemis II crew arrives at Kennedy Space Center ahead of moon launch

NASA astronauts have arrived at Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral as teams begin final preparations and countdown for the Artemis II crewed lunar flyby.

22 hours ago · United States · 7 articles

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Rubio says U.S. will be 'done in Iran' within weeks as Tehran considers 15-point plan

Senator Marco Rubio told CBS News he expects the conflict to end soon as the U.S. waits for Iran to reply to a 15-point proposal reportedly discussed after a G-7 foreign ministers meeting.

21 hours ago · Iran · 6 articles

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Trump unveils loans and biofuel boost for farmers amid Iran conflict

At a White House event, the Trump administration announced a new 90% guaranteed loan program and updated renewable fuel requirements to boost US agricultural production and ease food-supply pressures as the conflict with Iran continues.

21 hours ago · United States · 5 articles

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Face the Nation guests for March 29 include border czar, lawmakers, military and policy experts

CBS News' Face the Nation on March 29 will feature Tom Homan, Rep. Jim Himes, Dr. Jerome Adams, Ret. Gen. Frank McKenzie and Karim Sadjadpour and will air at 10:30 a.m. ET on CBS with streaming at 12:30 p.m. ET.

17 hours ago · United States · 3 articles

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LA jury finds Meta and Google liable for social media addiction

A jury in Los Angeles found Meta and YouTube owner Google liable for designing addictive features that harmed a young user, awarding $6m; both companies plan to appeal and the decision may spur further lawsuits against social media firms.

17 hours ago · United States · 3 articles

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Egypt imposes 9pm business curfew to curb fuel crisis

Egypt has ordered businesses to shut from 9:00 pm to cut energy consumption after fuel prices more than doubled amid fallout from the Iran war.

21 hours ago · Egypt · 4 articles

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Myanmar passengers turn to trains as fuel prices surge

Rising fuel costs amid the Middle East war and local shortages are pushing commuters onto crowded, ageing rail services between Yangon and Naypyidaw.

18 hours ago · Myanmar · 3 articles

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NYT Connections answers and hints for March 28, 2026

CNET explains the four group hints and lists the four answers for each category in the New York Times Connections puzzle No. 1021 for March 28, 2026.

23 hours ago · United States · 4 articles

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Lebanese PM says this war was imposed on Lebanon

In a FRANCE 24 interview in Beirut, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam blamed Hezbollah rocket fire for sparking the current Israeli offensive, called Israel’s planned Litani buffer zone unacceptable, and said negotiations with Israel remain possible as the conflict yields heavy casualties and mass displacement.

23 hours ago · Lebanon · 4 articles

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March Madness Sweet 16 kicks off Thursday

Sweet 16 games started Thursday as remaining teams fight for Elite Eight berths, with CBS Bay Area sports director Vern Glenn reporting and analyst Rocco Miller breaking down the key matchups.

20 hours ago · United States · 3 articles

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Body found in search for missing American Airlines flight attendant in Medellin

Medellin’s mayor said a lifeless body was found during the search for Eric Fernando Gutierrez Molina, a 32-year-old U.S. flight attendant who disappeared after a Saturday night in the El Poblado area; the body is being taken for identification and an investigation is underway.

24 hours ago · Colombia · 4 articles

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Rubio says Zelensky lied about US pushing Ukraine to give up Donbass

US senator Marco Rubio rejected Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky’s claim that Washington conditioned security guarantees on Kyiv withdrawing from Donbass, saying guarantees require an end to the war.

24 hours ago · Ukraine · 4 articles

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20 hours ago · World · 3 articles

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Four qubit platforms on display at Nvidia GTC

At Nvidia GTC researchers and companies demonstrated quantum machines built from neutral atoms, ions, photons, and engineered circuits, highlighting distinct technical paths and available cloud access while no definitive winner has emerged.

22 hours ago · United States · 3 articles

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European Commission confirms Europa.eu cloud data breach

A cyber attack on cloud infrastructure hosting Europa.eu has been contained, the Commission says, with early findings indicating data were taken while investigations continue.

23 hours ago · World · 3 articles

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Astronaut Fincke's sudden illness on ISS remains unexplained

Four-time space flier Mike Fincke fell ill on Jan. 7 while aboard the International Space Station, sparking an urgent medical response and an early evacuation; doctors have ruled out a heart attack but the cause remains unknown.

23 hours ago · United States · 3 articles

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California sheriff seizes more ballots, defies state officials

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco ordered new seizures of ballot materials in a disputed probe of alleged voter fraud, prompting lawsuits from the state attorney general and voting rights groups contesting the legal basis and public impact of his actions.

24 hours ago · United States · 3 articles

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Lloyds faces £66m claim from 30,000 car loan customers

Courmacs Legal will file a £66m omnibus suit for 30,000 borrowers against Lloyds unit Blackhorse over alleged mis-sold car loans as many customers opt out of the FCA redress scheme amid fears of low payouts.

24 hours ago · United Kingdom · 3 articles